Pattinapakkam new secretariat project sparks protest from eight fishing villages
Eight fishing villages near Pattinapakkam have protested the state’s plan to build a new secretariat on coastal land. Residents fear the project will disrupt their livelihoods, damage the shoreline and lead to displacement. Authorities say the development will boost administrative efficiency, while the fishermen demand alternative sites or compensation. The demonstration started in March, prompting officials to promise a review of clearances.